This Week’s Services & Events – Join us! Today, Sun., July 26th Hours ---- 9:45am Divine Liturgy ---- 10:00am Join us for Coffee Hour following the Divine Liturgy every Sunday!
Mon., July 27th Healing Service (St. Panteleimon)
Wed., July 29
In honor of the Mother of God’s dormition, the service of the Paraklisis (prayers of supplication) will be offered several times, both mornings and evenings, during the fast. The paraklisis is open to anyone, with a special emphasis on healing.
Church School Meeting – August 3rd
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All teachers, parents and students involved with Church School are asked to attend a planning and overview meeting this night at 7:00pm. A calendar of activities for the year, policies, and an overview of the curriculum will be discussed.
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The Transfiguration of Our Lord – August 5th and 6th
Tue., July 28th Faithful Families Healthy Eating Class (English)
Paraklisis to the Theotokos
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ZUMBA (Dance Fitness Class)
---- 6:30pm
Thur., July 30th Community Garden Blessing, Planting and Meal Blessing of Grounds & Set-Up Planting of the Garden Community Meal in Daria Hall La Clase Las Familias Coman Bien y Se Muevan Mas (En Español)
The Transfiguration of our Lord will be celebrated with Great Vespers and the blessing of fruits on Aug. 5th at 6:30pm and the Divine Liturgy on Aug. 6 th at 10:00am. Transfiguration is one of twelve Great Feasts celebrated by faithful Orthodox Christians worldwide every year. We should all attend these services.
Parish Planning Meeting – August 10th ---- 3:30pm ---- 5:00pm ---- 6:00pm ---- 6:30pm
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Sat., Aug. 1 (The Dormition Fast Begins This Day) Paraklisis to the Theotokos ---- 10:00am Great Vespers & *Confessions ---- 5:00pm *Fr. John hears confessions following evening services or by appointment.
One representative from each of the parish’s ministries is asked to attend this meeting to create a calendar of events for the year.
Diocesan Youth Day – August 20th Six Flags REGISTER EARLY for the Annual Diocesan Youth Day at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson NJ on Thursday, August 20th, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The admission cost of $30 includes all adventure park fees, round-trip bus transportation from Saint Mary’s Church, and a meal voucher! Reservations must be made by 10 August 2015. The event is for all diocesan youth and their friends, from elementary school to college ... for a day of fun and fellowship.
Sun., Aug. 2nd Hours Divine Liturgy Paraklisis to the Theotokos
---- 9:45am ---- 10:00am ---- 5:00pm
Let Us Pray To The Lord!
FREE ZUMBA dance-fitness classes are held in Daria Hall on Wednesdays at 6:30pm. People of all ages and abilities are welcome. Bring your friends and have fun getting healthy!
For The Health & Salvation Of: Pdn. Michael, Dka. Leslie, Ksenia, Maria, Ann, Richard, Mary, Marie, Joan, John, Pauline, Maryann, Jan, Charles, Nadia, Mary, Irene, Joseph, Theodore, Lynne, Martha, George, Michael, Mark, Sbdn. Sergius, Michael
Parish Service Project – August & September We will be collecting school supplies for Anchor House, a Trenton-based organization serving underprivileged and foster youth. Supplies will be delivered to Anchor House at the end of September. 25% of Trenton residents live in poverty. Worship. Fellowship. Education. Service. Outreach. Evangelism.
Be sure to spread the word, bring your neighbors, co-workers and friends to live a healthier life!
Upcoming Events – Save The Dates!
Did You Know…???
All Orthodox Christians observe four major fasting periods each year, one of which is the Dormition Fast. This honors the repose of God’s mother, the Virgin Mary. This fast always begins August 1st and ends with the reception of the Holy Eucharist at the Divine Liturgy on August 15th. During this fast no animal products (including beef, chicken, fish, dairy products of any kind or foods including them) should be consumed unless one is in poor health or pregnant. Exceptions are on Saturdays, Sundays and the feast of Transfiguration (Aug. 6th), all of which permit fish. For questions regarding keeping the fast, please speak with Fr. John. As with all fasting periods the Church reminds us to offer our confessions during this period.
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Welcome! If this is your first time with us, be sure to sign the guest register in the entranceway then join us next door for light food & hearty fellowship! Birthdays, Names’ days, and Anniversaries will be celebrated in Daria Hall following the Divine Liturgy.
Seeking, Knowing, and Living God’s Will Rev. Fr. John Diamantis, Parish Priest 812 Grand Street, Trenton, NJ 08610 609.393.1234 FrJohnDiamantis@gmail.com SaintVladimir.org
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